1993 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1993 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | A4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |